Ultimate Macaroni & Cheese Casserole
Savor the delicious flavors of this indulgent kid-friendly dish. This ultimate macaroni and cheese casserole is a delightful combination of seasoned ground chuck, savory spaghetti sauce, and creamy cheddar cheese, baked to perfection for a comforting meal that will please both children and adults alike.
Ingredients
For the Casserole | |
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| 1 1⁄2 | lbs ground chuck |
| 1 | jar spaghetti sauce |
| 2 | (7 1/4 ounce) boxes Kraft macaroni and cheese, prepared following box directions |
| 2 | cups cups shredded cheddar cheese |
Instructions
For the Casserole | |
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| 1. | Heat a large skillet over medium heat and brown the ground chuck and onion until cooked through. |
| 2. | Pour in the jar of spaghetti sauce, stir well, and let it simmer for 5-10 minutes. |
| 3. | Prepare the Kraft macaroni and cheese according to the box directions. |
| 4. | Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a large casserole dish with butter. |
| 5. | Spread half of the prepared macaroni and cheese in an even layer on the bottom of the casserole dish. |
| 6. | Top the macaroni and cheese layer with the meat sauce, followed by 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese. |
| 7. | Add the remaining macaroni and cheese on top of the cheese layer, then pour the rest of the meat sauce over it. |
| 8. | Finish by sprinkling another cup of shredded cheddar cheese on top. |
| 9. | Cover the casserole dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. |
Nutrients
The following values are based on a single serving of this recipe.
| Calories | 786.6 kcal |
| Protein | 48.9 g |
| Fat | 53 g |
| Carbohydrates | 26.3 g |
| Fiber | 3.1 g |
| Sugar | 9.6 g |
Published on Aug 10, 2024 by Luminița